HOLY SPIRIT Parish Nov. 13 to Nov. 19, 2006
Mon.	Nov. 13	Office Closed for Remembrance Day
Tue.	Nov. 14	9:30am Rosary Making 7:30pm Adult Study 7:30pm RCIA
Wed.	Nov. 15	9:15am Bible Class – Sr. Darlene Session 8 7:30pm Sr & Jr. High Youth Groups
Thu.	Nov. 16	9:30am Moms’ Group 7:00pm Choir Practice for 7:00pm Mass 7:00pm Rainbows 7:30pm Choir Practice for 11:00am Mass
Fri.	Nov. 17	9:00am to 3:00pm Adoration
Sat.	Nov. 18	10:30am Children’s Choir Practice CWL Craft Fair
Sun.	Nov. 19	11:00am Baptism during Mass 10:10am 1^st Reconciliation Parents & Children

OFFICE CLOSURE: Our Parish Office will be closed on Monday, November 13^th for Remembrance Day.

PRAY FOR THE SICK: If the healing ministry means anything, it is a promise that no person will suffer alone. Please include the following in your prayers: Fr. Marius Sztuk, Sr. Jeannette Filthaut, Ethel Kemp, Thelma Meaden, Harold Sylven, Tanya Maloney, Tricia Antoni, Maria Reichl, Angela Palk and Wendy Lang.

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY: Sr. Darlene Madore, fcj continues with session 8 of 8 on Part II of The Gospel of John. For further information contact Agnes.

BORN OF THE SPIRIT CATECHISM CLASSES: Due to the very poor response to this program, we will not continue with the Catechism Classes for Gr. 1-6 (for children not in the Catholic System). However, we encourage children to do home study. Those interested can call the Parish Office to order a study package.

SUNDAY MISSALS for the new liturgical year are on sale for $3.00 (exact change please) at the Welcome Desk after all Masses or at the Parish Office.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Grey Cup Gathering will be held at the Cederbrae Community Hall on Sunday, Nov. 19^th, from 3:00pm to 10:00pm. This event is open to all members of the Parish. Tickets are $5.00 each and can be purchased by calling Ric.

Feed the Hungry is looking for volunteers for the Christmas Eve Dinner. The dinner will be served from 1:30 to 3:00pm on December 24, 2006 at St. Mary's Hall. If you are interested, in helping, please call Donna.

	ADULT STUDY: “How Shall We Then Live?” Overcoming Fear, Living by Faith in challenging times.
Session 4 of 6 – Theme: “Do Everything In the Name of the Lord” Tuesday, November 14^th, 7:30 to 9:00pm. Contact Virginia at 251-3381 for further information.

	32^ndSunday In Ordinary Time
Both widows in today’s readings gave all they had to the work of the Lord, one using all her remaining food to feed Elijah and the other offering her two copper coins to the temple treasury. Faithful stewards give all that is asked and trust the Lord to be faithful to His promises.

holy spirit finance council: is looking for two additional members. If you have a background in areas such as Accounting (CA, CMA, CGA), Finance, Budgeting, or Contracts, we need YOU! The Finance Committee meets monthly to assist and guide the parish with financial related issues. If you would like to join us, please contact Joel Jarding or Fr. Jack at the Parish Office.

CANCER MASS OF HEALING AND HOPE: Mark your calendars now, and invite others to attend our next quarterly Cancer Mass at St. Thomas More Church with sacramental anointing of cancer patients on Tuesday, Nov. 14^th, 2006 at 7:00pm. The Mass is especially for cancer patients, families, friends, survivors and caregivers, but all are cordially invited to attend to offer prayerful support.

Noon Hour Aides Needed: Effective immediately, St. Stephen School requires several people to fill vacant noon hour aide positions. Any interested applicants are asked to contact Mr. Mooney or Mr. Chamberland.

Holy Spirit CWL will be holding elections for our 2007/08 Executive at the November 20^th general meeting. The vacant positions are as follows President Elect & Organization, Christian Family Life, Community Life, Treasurer, Membership, Communications, Legislation & Resolutions, & Spiritual Convenor. If you would like to nominate someone or let your name stand, please call Pat Blair. We need new ideas and new energy - please consider this opportunity!

Theology on Tap presents veteran Calgary police officer Sean Lynn. Sean will tell his story about being a Cop and a Catholic and how he has made the two paths merge with the “God Squad” who keep our city safe with Christ at their side. Join us Monday, Nov. 13 at 7:30pm at the Ha Tien Vietnamese Restaurant (#15, 575 – 28 Street SE). For further information please contact John.

LINEN CARE schedules are ready for pick-up in the gathering area.

Catholic Women’s League

♦ Executive Meeting: Monday, Nov. 13^th at Marilyn Schafer’s house at 7:00pm. ♦ Craft Fair: Saturday, Nov. 18^th. All Ladies are asked to bring two loaves for the craft fair on or before Friday, Nov. 17^th for cutting and wrapping. Please label your loaves CWL Craft Fair and indicate whether they contain nuts. For further info call Gail. ♦ General Meeting: Monday, Nov. 20 at 7:30pm. Pin Ceremony / Memorial Service. ♦ Raffle Tickets for the quilt are now available. The costs of the tickets are: 1 for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00.

			Weekday Masses Chapel of the Annunciation
Mon.	Nov. 13	8:30am		Jim Chaney RIP
Tue.	Nov. 14	8:30am		Intentions of Deacon John Walsh & Melanie
The Beverly		10:00am		Jack Logue RIP
Wed.	Nov. 15	8:30am 7:00pm		Intentions of Deacon Brian West & Jean Daryl Ranger RIP
Thu.	Nov. 16	8:30am		Intentions of Deacon Patrick Woo & Jennifer
Fri.	Nov. 17	8:30am		Marg Thorne RIP

		Weekend Masses
Sat.	Nov. 18		5:00pm	Silvestre Ansaldo & Gregoria de la Cruz RIP
Sun.	Nov. 19		9:00am 11:00am 7:00pm	Lisa Glynn - Scott RIP Parishioners of Holy Spirit Parish Daryl Ranger RIP
Our Lady of Peace 11:00am Marijat & Matjas-Horvat RIP

CLOSER TO HOME COMMUNITY SERVICES is presently looking for Foster Families in the city of Calgary. Open your heart and home, become a Foster Parent today. For further information contact Tamara.

MOUNT ST. FRANCIS ADVENT RETREAT will take place from December 1^st to December 3^rd. To register call Melba or Norma. For further information on the retreat call.

1^st RECONCILIATION 2006: Thanks to all the parents and children who have faithfully attended the Instructional Sessions over the past few weeks. The final Instructional Session for parents and children is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 19 from 10:10 to 10:50 a.m. Attendance at two of the four sessions offered is needed for a child to participate in the Celebration. If that has not been possible, talk with the Pastoral Assistant about options.

The final activities in the process of preparation for the Sacrament are:

1) Sat., Nov. 25, 10:00 a.m. – Noon: 1^st Reconciliation Retreat for Parents and Children. Two hours of prayer, activity, fun and learning that includes a “practice” for the sacrament for the child.

2) Sat., Dec. 2, 10:30 a.m. – Noon: 1^st Reconciliation Celebration – children will make their 1^st Reconciliation. There will be several priests present, and parents, and other family members, are invited to join in participating in the sacrament, as well, to make it a family affair and a memorable occasion for your child.

If there is a problem with attendance at either of these times, contact Virginia to discuss options.

♦ Senior High Youth Night will be celebrated with the Jr. High Group this week as the office is closed on Monday for Remembrance Day.

♦ Junior High Youth Night: The Sr. High Youth will be joining us this Wed., Nov. 15^th. Begin with Mass at 7pm.

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE is hosting an Infant & Child Workshop for Parents, Grandparents & Caregivers from 10:00am to 4:30pm on Saturday, November 18^th at Oak Park Church of Christ. The cost is $35.00. To register call Sylvia Gerrard.

Witnesses to Love: “Sharing the Good News in Marriage Preparation” a Diocesan conference for all those interested in, or already involved in, preparing couples for marriage will take place November 24 - 25, 2006. To register contact the Life & Family Resource Centre.

Children's Christmas Choir practices are held at Holy Spirit Church on Saturdays from 10:30am until 12:00noon. This choir will be singing at the 6:00pm mass on Christmas Eve. Children of ages 5 and up, who are able to read, are welcome. Call Bryana if you have any questions.

ALL SOULS MASS will be celebrated at St. James Catholic Church at 7:00pm on Thursday, November 30^th. All members of our Diocese faith community are invited to join together to remember and pray for loved ones who have gone before us.

Mass of the Angels - Remembering Our Children: We welcome all those who have been touched by loss in pregnancy, including miscarriage and stillbirth, to attend this special Mass at 11:00am on Saturday, November 18^th at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Join us for Lunch after the Mass. For those wishing to honor their children, call Carol.

CATHOLIC PASTORAL BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY is pleased to offer a Workshop titled “Writing Out of Dark Night into Lush Light” which will teach individuals how to access and write the words they require to speak of their grief’s uncertainties and fragile joys. Join us at 6:30pm on Tuesday, Nov. 28^th at the Pastoral Centre. Cost is $20.00. To register call.

Marriage Preparation The Life and Family Resource Centre are offering a program for those who either/or (1) have been previously married; (2) are marrying after extended cohabitation (living together); (3) are beginning marriage with children; (4) are mature couples; (5) are preparing for convalidation of marriage. Program dates are as follows: November 13^th (orientation evening), December 1^st (evening) & December 2^nd (9:30am to 4:30pm).

FATHER JACK’S CHUCKLE CORNER

A little boy in church for the first time watched as the ushers passed around the offering plates. When they came near his pew, the boy said loudly, "don't pay for me daddy. I'm under five."